10 day trip to Cape Town

This cape is the most stately thing and the fairest cape we saw in the whole circumference of the earth. – From the journal of Sir Francis Drake, on seeing the Cape for the first time, 1580.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrival and check in

We represent a variety of beautiful properties in and around Cape Town. From cozy guesthouses and amazing hotels to stunning private villas or apartments.  We will find the perfect property for you that will suit not only your needs but also your budget. 

Click here for a small selection of some of our favorite spots.

Day 2

Cape Town Peninsula Tour 

Our journey to Cape Point takes us along the scenic Atlantic seaboard coastal road. We pass the pristine beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay with their soft white sand and assure blue water. The formidable 12 Apostles Peaks rise above the road on one side, while shear cliffs and incredible rock formations drop into the icy Atlantic Ocean on the other side. We arrive at the quaint fishing village of Hout Bay with its imposing Sentinel. Visit Seal Island (own account) or shop for souvenirs at the craft market at the harbor. Our tour continues over Chapman’s Peak which offers amazing photo opportunities, and onto the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.

We visit Boulders Beach to see the Jackass penguins before arriving at the naval base of Simonstown, and then we venture inland to our last stop of the day at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. With the sun setting over the tall peaks of Table Mountain the last rays sparkle on the trees and flowers, and offer fitting end to a day filled with all the Cape has to offer.

Day 4

Cultural Tour and Robben Island

This tour offers you an insight and interaction with different cultures, communities and individuals. Witness every day life in a harsh environment which tells of the struggles, hopes and achievements. See why 27 April 1994 was such an important day in South Africa (first democratic elections). We start with a tour of District Six. See the oldest mosque in S.A. District Six was once home to thousands of people of various cultures. We visit Langa, the oldest formal black township in Cape Town, and see the local market, an art & crafts centre, and we visit a traditional healer. Experience the warm hospitality of a local B&B. We visit a crèche offering fun, and a safe haven for the local children.

Board the Robben Island ferry and enjoy spectacular views of Cape Town and Table Mountain as you sail across the bay to this island which is so full of history. Once you reach the island you will be given a guided tour and see the prison cell that held Nelson Mandela captive for so many years. 

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Day 6

Cape Wineland Tour

We head north to Paarl. Our first is at Anura Wine Estate in Paarl for a cheese and wine tasting.

We make our way to Franschhoek with a photo stop at the Groot Drakenstein Prison where Nelson Mandela was released in Feb 1990. The village of Franschhoek nestled amongst the mountains. After a short tour of the little town, a second wine tasting will take place in Franschhoek, followed by a lunch stop.

The tour continues over the Hells Hoogte Mountain Pass to Stellenbosch. The backdrop of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads and the oak lined streets and lanes all blend in to give this place a charm that will not be forgotten.

Time permitting, we will include a third wine tasting. We return to Cape Town with amazing photos and fond memories.

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Day 8

City Tour and Table Mountain

The Cape Town City Tour begins on a high note when you visit Table Mountain, one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature

You’ll love the pristine beaches of Clifton and Sea Point as we take the scenic coastal road to see how the steep cliffs plunge into the Atlantic. Magnificent mansion homes hang from the cliff-side! We drive past Cape Town Stadium, which hosted some of the games during the FIFA Soccer World Cup 2010.Onto Greenmarket Square for a glimpse of the exciting souvenir stands at the flea market before we take a stroll through the Company Gardens and find out more about the surrounding buildings like the Houses of Parliament and St Georges Cathedral. Our tour continues with a drive past the Castle and old slave lodge, and the beautiful City Hall opposite the Grand Parade, before we arrive at colourful Bo Kaap, with its cobble streets and brightly painted houses, and mosques, and we find out why it is also known as the Malay quarter. The tour ends with a diamond tour and you’ll learn more about these extravagant gems and jewels.

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Day 10

Departure

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*Day 3, 5, 7 and 9 are free days, additional tours are available.

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All itineraries can be changed depending on your preferences and needs.

Please send us an email or complete the enquiry box for a detailed travel proposal.

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